Job Description

Employer
Coventry College
Location
Coventry, West Midlands
Contract Type
Temporary
Hours
Casual
Salary
15.10 (including hourly rate and holiday pay)
Posted
28th January 2026
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Expires
27th February 2026 11:59 PM
Contract Type
Temporary
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Job ID
1531748
Job Reference
CovCollege0178
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Contract Type :Temporary Job ID: 1531748

Job Title: Casual Mini Bus Driver

Location: Coventry College/The Alan Higgs Centre

Contract Type: Casual

Salary: 15.10 (12.66 hourly rate and 2.44 holiday pay)

About the Role

An opportunity has become available in the Academy of Sport department at Coventry College for a mini bus driver.


We are looking for reliable individual driver who requires a D1 licence and be available on selected dates on Monday afternoon to evening, Wednesday afternoons and Thursday's afternoon to evenings to drive the sports team to training locations and away fixtures.



We are an ambitious College and provide a supportive working environment.



If you are a reliable individual with D1 on your licence with a flexible approach and are committed to supporting individuals with aspirations to take part in sporting activities we would welcome your application.

About Us

Coventry College is a dynamic Further Education provider at the heart of the city, offering high-quality vocational, technical, and professional education to learners of all ages, from Entry Level to Higher Education. Since forming in 2017, we've been committed to helping individuals transform their lives and supporting businesses to grow--strengthening the communities we serve. Our ambition is to help young people and adults to aspire to change their lives and those of their families. Through strong partnerships and a responsive, inclusive curriculum, we strive to deliver excellence in teaching and learning that evolves with industry needs and puts learners and employers in the best position for success. Recent investments in facilities, including electric vehicle tech, construction, and digital skills, ensure we stay at the cutting edge of industry needs.

Nice-to-Have:

Hold a full driving licence with D1 entitlement Level 2 qualification in Maths and English, or willingness to work towards First Aid qualification Health and Safety qualification Experience of driving a minibus Experience of working with young people in an educational environment

What we offer

Free on-site parking, including EV charging points Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (LGPS) Generous annual leave entitlement Access to continued professional development and training opportunities Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support Employee discount scheme offering savings on retail, travel, and more This role is eligible for Blue Light Card (BLC) On-site refectory serving a variety of food and drink options Discounted hair and beauty treatments at our in-house salon Staff recognition and award schemes celebrating your achievements A supportive, inclusive working environment

How to Apply

To apply, please complete our online application form, which is designed in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance.


Please note that CVs will not be accepted.


We do not accept unsolicited agency applications. We will contact preferred agencies if their support is required.

Safeguarding

We are actively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the College community. We value our diverse College community and are actively committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of college life and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.



As part of our shortlisting process, you will be asked to complete a self-declaration of your criminal record or information which may make you unsuitable to work with children, in addition we carry out an online search to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online.



The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.